Sold for $1,063

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Lot Description

A Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers

18th/19th Century

Height 37 x width 44 x depth 20 inches.

Condition Report

In overall fine, stable and usable condition. Retaining a fairly even color and finish throughout, though perhaps refinished or waxed more recently. Rose-head nails visible to the backboards, which appear to be original, though the small bottom slat may be later added to accommodate for shrinking in the other boards. Dirt and residue visible to the surface in areas. Old scuffs, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Few areas of minor veneer loss or patches. Brass escutcheon panel for the top drawer, that is lacking in online images, is detached and retained though lacking the appropriate nails. No key. Age cracks visible to the top that has been reinforced with perpendicular blocks to the underside. There are other age cracks visible to the drawer bottoms, though the drawers still have a fairly smooth action. Drawer pulls, while stylistically of the period, are likely replaced, though the finish history suggests they've been in place for a long time. The proper front right foot is ever so slightly loose, but still structurally sound.
Secondary woods: Pine and chestnut (or ash)

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